Wayne Rooney will be the star of the World Cup according to Man United boss Ryan Giggs

SAMBA STAR: Manchester United boss Ryan Giggs has backed Wayne Rooney to take the World Cup by storm [GETTY]

The Manchester United striker will be England's talisman again this summer when Roy Hodgson's men go in search of glory in Brazil.

Rooney will be desperate to impress in what could be his last chance to shine on the biggest stage.

The 28-year-old suffered miserable campaigns in 2006 and 2010 and is running out of time to have a successful Finals.

Giggs admits his United team-mate could be entering the last chance saloon, but insists Rooney is relishing the challenge.

Rooney has been struggling with a nagging groin problem but will go on a warm-weather training break in Portugal in two weeks.

Giggs insists Rooney is at the top of his game and will have a big impact this time.

He said: "Wayne is a top player and I think he is at a good age now. He is at the peak of his powers.

BACKING ROO: Giggs thinks Rooney is at the peak of his powers and is ready to shine for England in Brazil [GETTY]

“Wayne is a top player and I think he is at a good age now, he is at the peak of his powers”

Ryan Giggs

"I know for a fact he cannot wait for it. It is exciting.

"A World Cup in Brazil? We have all watched the Brazilian teams over the years, so to actually pay in a World Cup in Brazil, it's something I

wish I had the pleasure of doing.

"He has had a fantastic season and I think he is ready to make an impact. The injury was just a little groin strain. He is fine.

"He has done all the work in the gym. He will be fine.

"Yes, I think it is his last chance to make his mark.

"I don't want to talk too much about England, but the young players they have at their disposal is really exciting and that can only help Wayne.

"He has young vibrant players around him and that can only help him.

"He will be going into it relatively fresh. I know he is excited just like all the lads who are going to the World Cup."

LAST CHANCE: Giggs has admitted this summer's tournament is Rooney's last chance to make his mark on the World stage [GETTY]

Giggs, meanwhile, who is preparing for his final game as United caretaker-boss at Southampton tomorrow, insists Phil Jones WILL be fit to go to Brazil.

The England and United star had been bracing himself for World Cup heartbreak after damaging his shoulder ligaments in the midweek win against Hull.

He was taken to hospital in Manchester for tests with his arm in a sling but despite initial reports suggesting he would be out for up to a month, further scans have revealed the problem is not as serious as first thought.

Three Lions boss Roy Hodgson will announce his 23-man squad on Monday and is expected to include Jones.

Hodgson has been in close contact with United's medical staff and having the versatile defender available will be a huge boost.

Giggs added: "Phil's injury isn't as bad as I thought on the night. He's obviously out for Sunday but should be ok for the World Cup.